2022 Kawasaki KX85 Starting the Engine Owners Manual

2022 Kawasaki KX85 Starting the Engine

Starting the Engine

Turn the fuel tap lever to the “ON” position.

A. Fuel Tap
B. ON position

Shift the transmission into neutral.

WARNING
Riding with the side stand can cause a crash resulting in injury. Do not start the engine or attempt to ride the motorcycle when the side stand is installed.

NOTICE
This motorcycle is designed for competition use only. Therefore, the radiator does not incorporate a coolant reserve tank or cool- ing fan. Prolonged idling of the engine with no airflow through the radiator can cause coolant loss and engine overheating resulting in possible engine damage. Any riding conditions that increase engine temperature will further reduce idling time before coolant loss occurs. These conditions include high ambient temperature, sandy or muddy terrain, or other conditions causing high engine loads at low speeds. Furthermore, warming the engine up excessively before the operation, or leaving idling with the hot engine temperature after operation results in the engine overheating, too.

When the engine is cold-
Pull up the choke knob.

A. Choke Knob
Kick the engine over, leaving the throttle closed. Even after the engine has started, do not push back immediately the choke knob until the engine is thoroughly warmed up.

NOTE

• lf the engine is flooded, kick it over with the throttle fully open until it starts.
• When the clutch lever is pulled, the motorcycle can be started with the transmission in any gear.

When the engine is already warm
When the engine is already warm or on hot days, open the throttle part way instead of using the choke knob.